How long is an 8 clipper?

Hair Clipper Size Chart So larger clipper sizes create longer haircuts, while smaller clipper sizes result in shorter haircuts. Below, we have an overview of the haircut length you’ll get from each clipper guard size. Number 1 guards offer the shortest cut (1/8″), while #8 guards will leave you with a longer cut (1″).

How long is an 8 guard?

Long Andis magnetic guards set

Guard number	Size (inches)	Size (mm)
#5	5/8″	16
#6	3/4″	19
#7	7/8″	22
#8	#1	25

How short should I buzz my hair?

Choose a Length 1 around the edges. This will leave the hair about 3/8 inch long on top, tapering down to 1/2 inch on the sides and back and then finishing tighter at the hairline. Alternatively, Samuels suggests using a No. 2 guard against the grain for the entire buzz.

What is a a 2 haircut?

A #2 haircut uses the #2 hair clipper size, which leaves the hair about ¼” long. This is a popular haircut number for buzz cuts, and it’s often used in fades to transition different lengths together. The #2 guard length doesn’t leave any scalp showing, so it’s a good choice for anyone with thinning hair.

What is a number 8 haircut?

Finally, the “Number 8 Haircut” is one inch in length and represents the longest clipper size made in the United States. While not commonly used to give a fade haircut, the #8 is a lazy way to trim the hairs on top of your head while using a #1, 2 or 3 on the sides.

Is a number 2 haircut too short or long?

Not too short or long, the #2 gives you 1/4 of an inch in length, allowing for a fuller hairstyle that doesn’t expose the scalp. A number 2 is a safe bet for guy’s with thinning hair and is likely perfect for thick hair.

What is an 8 on top and 2 on the sides?

The 8 on top and 2 on the sides is when the top is trimmed using a number 8 guard (1 inch) and the sides are trimmed using a number 2 guard (1/4 inch). Trimming an #8 on top is dependent on the use of hair clippers and so should technically be called a “buzz cut” – just like the first two styles on this list.